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ITEM 14
CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA
INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
To: Chairman Arthur E. Teele, Jr. and Date:
Members of the CRA Board
Subject:
From: Rollason References:
CRA Executive Director
Enclosures:
Report and Milestones from Dover Kohl & Partners Presentation
Grande Promenade
Amendment to the 1982 SEOPW Redevelopment Plan
SEOPW Boundary Expansion
Biscayne Boulevard Special Area Plan projects
Note: Additional handout(s) maybe provided at meeting
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Report Presentation
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DOV ER, KOHL & PARTNERS
l u w n P t a a a i a g
a Memorandum
Date: 01 /08/03
To: Chelsa Douglas Arscott, Miami CRA
From: Victor Dover & Joseph Kohl
cc: Ana Gelabert-Sanchez
Maria Nardi
Kristen Thomas
Subject: Dover, Kohl & Partners Projects Status
To follow is a summary and status to -date of the various projects which Dover, Kohl & Partners is
providing services.
I. Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency Boundary Study
This study has been completed under the direction of CRA consultant Guillermo Olmedillo. The
redefined boundary was adopted by the City of Miami Commission on June 27`li 2002. Dover, Kohl &
Partners has provided assistance on graphic and presentation production, and has attended meetings and
presentations relevant to the planning process.
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H. Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency Master Plan Update
This Master Plan Update is a planning process which revises the previous 1982 plan. The Plan Update
reflects the current development dynamics and best planning practice. The Plan includes all areas within
the expanded boundary which was adopted. Guiding principles and action steps will provide policy;
specific projects will be proposed to be undertaken as part of the five-year budget and beyond. A
document and presentation of the plan are to be provided upon completion of the work.
Work to Date
■ The planning and document are at 75% completion. Currently undergoing City Planning Staff
review.
• To -date the consultant team of Dover, Kohl & Partners, with Urban Economists ZHA, has met
with stakeholders including various Community Development Corporations, the Overtown
Advisory Board, the Black Archives, and the;Trust for Public Land, the Collins Center and
Overtown Civic Partnership. (ZHA is contracted separately with the Community Redevelopment
Agency.)
■ The draft economic strategy for Park West titled "Economic Feasibility for the Park West
Entertainment District Community Redevelopment Area" has been completed by ZHA,
interacting with Dover Kohl.
■ A workshop was held on November 9 h 2002 at the Lyric Theater to gain input from the
. community.
■ A subsequent community workshop and presentation of draft plan and economic findings are
scheduled for January 256` 2003 at the Lyric Theater.
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Milestones
• January 2003
■ Follow-up public workshop and presentation will include a draft of the planning concepts and
projects.
■ Meet with the Overtown Advisory Board to gain input.
■ Meeting with Overtown Civic Partnership, coordination with City Planning Staff and CRA.
■ Review Draft Document with CRA.
February 2003
■ First draft of Master Plan document complete:
■ Zoning revision recommendations complete.
■ CRA Board Workshop — I' reading.
■ Planning Advisory Board Workshop — V reading.
March 2003
■ Planning Advisory Board Workshop — 2°d reading
■ CRA Board Workshop — 2nd reading, seeking adoption of Plan.
■ Master Plan document revised based on input;for CRA Board and Planning Advisory Board.
April 2003
■ City Commission —reading, seeking adoption of Plan Update.
May 2003
■ County Staff Review — required 60 day review period.
• (County Staff may recommend revisions to Plian document.)
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July or September 2003
■ County Commission — seeking approval of Plan and Boundary.
M. Grand Promenade Special Area Plan
The Grand Promenade is envisioned as a vibrant pedestrian space, a safe and interesting way for
pedestrians to move east -west. The Special Area Plandepicts how to transform and revitalize this alley
with new businesses and residential opportunities while providing a pedestrian street for access between -
Overtown, Bicentennial Park and the surrounding neighborhoods. A document and presentation of the
plan are provided upon completion of the work.
Work to Date
■ Draft document is at 80 % completion.
■ Draft concepts developed with business and property owners in the area.
■ The initial concepts have been shown to the CRA Board.
■ Currently refining aspects of the Grand Promenade under the direction of City of Miami Planning
Staff.
Milestones
• January 2003
■ Survey provided to CRA for distribution to property and business owners in the entertainment
district area. I
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February 2003
. Survey results collected by CRA and reviewed by Dover Kohl.
■ Presentation of Grand Promenade Special Area Plan to CRA Board as part of Workshop.
■ Document completed.
■ Zoning Revision Recommendations complete.
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IV. Biscayne Boulevard Special Area Plan
The Park West portion of Biscayne Boulevard has the potential to become a vibrant cultural corridor,
linking the Cuban Museum at the south, the art and science museums located at Bicentennial Park, and
the Performing Arts Center to the north. The Special Area Plan depicts how to transform this segment of
the Boulevard. It proposes a new design for the right-of-way which balances the mobility needs of
pedestrians, motorists and transit, while creating a pedestrian -oriented environment for the developing
adjacent properties. The Special Area Plan also provides recommendations for adjacent properties. A
document and presentation of the plan are provided upon completion of the work.
Work to Date
■ Proposed design for the right -of way completed.
■ Design concept presented to Citizens Advisory Committee.
■ Traffic simulation conducted by FDOT.
■ Simulation results indicate proposed design is feasible.
Milestones
February 2003
■ Presentation of Biscayne Boulevard Special Area Plan to CRA Board as part of Workshop.
■ Document complete.
■ Zoning revision recommendations complete.
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'fable of Contents for South East Overtown —Park West CRA
Community Redevelopment Plan Update
Section ONE
Introduction
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■ Introductory paragraph (To explain the need to revise the Master Plan)
■ Where to Find Popular Issues (where to find "hot" topics, like displacement & eminent domain)
■ Context (5 163 Req)
■ The Potential (the broad vision for the CRA area)
■ Revised Boundaries (explain the new boundaries and why)
■ Legal Description (5 163 Req)
■ CRA History (brief, successes)
■ Findings of Necessity (reaffirmation of original and for new areas) (5 163 Req.)
Section TWO Goals, Policies, and General Components
■ Goal #1 Expanding the Tax Base using Smart Growth (policies follow each Goal)
■ Goal #2 Housing: Infill, Diversity, & Affordability (include Affordable Housing Policy)
■ Goal #3 Job Creation
■ Goal #4 Promotion & Marketing
• Goal #5 Historic Preservation & Community Heritage
■ Goal #6 Safety & Security
■ Area -wide Plan Components
o Open Space (5 163 Req) (Coordinate Overtown Greenprint Project)
o Land Uses ff 163 Req.)
o Residential Units ff 163 Req.)
o Transportation Infrastructure Improvements (5 163 Req.)
■ Adherence to Local zoning and the City of Miami's Comprehensive Plan
■ Properties for public improvement (map identifying CRA, County, and City owned land, and any
land suitable for future purchase) (Q' 163 Req.)
Section THREE
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Projects and Programs
■ Projects
O Project A. NW First Avenue
O Project B. Downtown Overtown (including Little Broadway - Lyric Plaza)
O Project C. NW 31d Avenue
O Project D. West Overtown
o Project E. The Promenade — Park West Entertainment District
o Project F. Properties facing Biscayne Blvd.
o Project G. NW 71' Ave "Spine"
■ Programs and Strategies
O Planning, Development, Technical Assistance and Program Compliance
O Home ownership pre -qualification and counseling
O Little Haiti employment creation project
o Grants to existing businesses program
O Laredo/Re-use Plan (CLUC 90 Properties)
O Historic Preservation
o Infrastructure
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Section FOUR Capital Improvement Costs and Timeline
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• (Summarize costs and illustrate a timeline for 5 year Budget) 163 Req.)
.&IRO P*A • (HJRoss is tasked to assist with this)
Section FIVE Neighborhood Impact of the Master Plan
■ (As identified in Chapter 163)
• (Dick Judy is tasked to assist with this)
Section SIX Plan Management
• Powers of the CRA
■ Authority to Undertake Redevelopment
■ Florida State Statutory Requirements for this Master Plan (includes chart of where to find the
Chapter 163 requirements in this document)
■ Land Acquisition
■ Safeguards and Assurances (5 10 Req)
■ Amendments to this Master Plan
Index & Definitions
Directory Local Organizations
• Contact Information for other local organizations working towards community improvements
Appendix E Resolution adopting new boundaries
• Advertisements of public notice
• . Acknowledgements